Pittsburgh — The state recently completed the first phase of significant improvements to Pennsylvania’s Point State Park months ahead of schedule, as the park prepares for major events in 2026, including the NFL Draft and the nation’s 250th anniversary.
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources made repairs to address leaks and to improve the lighting to the iconic fountain, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024.
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Other significant upgrades as a part of a $3.4 million project include repairs to walkways and hardscapes, improvements, and lighting upgrades on the City Side Lawn, flag bastion, and parking lot, and refreshing of landscaping throughout the park
These upgrades were completed faster than originally anticipated – finishing well ahead of the original spring 2026 timeline.
The parking lot adjacent to Point State Park has reopened for public use.

